Is Dead by Daylight Cross-Platform? Understanding Crossplay and Cross-Progression

Discover if Dead by Daylight supports cross-platform play and cross-progression across PC, PlayStation, Xbox, and Nintendo Switch, and how it works for mobile players.

By DBD Guide Team · Updated April 24, 2026 · generic
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Dead by Daylight Crossplay Explained

Dead by Daylight (DBD) offers crossplay functionality, allowing players on different systems to join matches together. This feature was introduced to the game in 2020. The core game supports crossplay across PC (Steam, Windows Store, Epic Games Store), PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X/S, and Nintendo Switch. When crossplay is enabled, players from any of these platforms can be matched together in the same lobby.

For example, a player on Steam can be matched with or against players on PlayStation, Xbox, or Nintendo Switch. This broad compatibility means that matchmaking queues are generally shorter, as the player pool is significantly larger. Crossplay is typically enabled by default within the game settings. If you wish to disable it, you can do so through the in-game options, though this may lead to longer wait times for matches as it restricts you to playing only with others on your specific platform.

Cross-Platform Friend Invites and Settings

To play Dead by Daylight with friends on different platforms, you will need to use the in-game friend list system. This allows you to add players regardless of their console or PC storefront. Once added, you can invite them to your party.

Here’s how to manage crossplay and invite friends:

  1. Launch Dead by Daylight: Ensure the game is running on your preferred platform (PC, PlayStation, Xbox, or Nintendo Switch).
  2. Check Cross-Play Setting: From the main menu, select the cog icon at the bottom of the screen. Navigate to the “Online” tab. Confirm that “Cross-Play” is set to “ON.” If it’s not, you can toggle it here.
  3. Add Friends: To add a friend from another platform, use the in-game friend list. This is accessed by selecting the two-person icon at the bottom of the screen. You will need their Behaviour account ID to send an invite.
  4. Send Party Invitation: Once a friend is added to your in-game list, select their name and choose “Invite to party.”
  5. Start a Session: After your friends have joined the party, the party leader can select “Play” to queue up for a match as Survivors. If playing as a Killer, you can queue solo.

Disabling crossplay will limit your matchmaking to players on your current platform only. This setting can be useful if you prefer to avoid potential differences in control schemes or player input methods, but it will likely increase the time it takes to find a match.

Dead by Daylight Cross-Progression

Dead by Daylight also supports cross-progression, which means your game progress, including characters, Bloodpoints, and other earned items, can be carried over between different platforms. To utilize cross-progression, you must own the game on each platform you wish to play on and sign in using your Behaviour account.

In-game currency and most DLC are shared across all platforms with one notable exception: the Nintendo Switch. DLC and paid currency purchased on the Nintendo Switch do not transfer to other platforms. However, DLC and paid currency purchased on other platforms do transfer to the Nintendo Switch. This means it’s generally advisable to purchase content on platforms other than the Switch if you plan to play across multiple systems. If you have previously purchased the same DLC on multiple platforms, you will be compensated after syncing your accounts.

To enable cross-progression:

  1. Log in to your Behaviour account: Access the Dead by Daylight page on the Behaviour website.
  2. Enable Cross-Progression: Click on “Enable cross-progression.”
  3. Import Data: Choose one of your platforms and follow the instructions to import its data.
  4. Repeat for All Platforms: Perform the same steps for every other platform where you play Dead by Daylight. The order in which you sync platforms does not matter, as currencies will combine, and purchased DLC (excluding Switch-specific purchases) will become available across all synced platforms. If an error occurs, it’s recommended to check in-game, as the sync might still have been successful.

Mobile Platform Differences

It is important to note that Dead by Daylight Mobile operates as a separate game from the PC and console versions. This mobile app, available on iOS and Android, has its own distinct content, progression systems, and player base. Consequently, players on Dead by Daylight Mobile cannot crossplay with players on PC, PlayStation, Xbox, or Nintendo Switch.

However, the mobile version does support crossplay within its own ecosystem. This means iOS and Android users can play together in Dead by Daylight Mobile, but they are isolated from the larger PC and console player base.

FAQ

Does Dead by Daylight have crossplay? Yes, Dead by Daylight supports crossplay for PC (Steam, Windows Store, Epic Games Store), PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X/S, and Nintendo Switch.

Can I play Dead by Daylight with friends on different consoles? Yes, if you and your friends are playing on PC, PlayStation, Xbox, or Nintendo Switch, you can play together using the in-game friend system.

Is Dead by Daylight Mobile cross-platform with PC or consoles? No, Dead by Daylight Mobile is a separate game and does not support crossplay with PC or console versions. Mobile players can only play with other mobile players (iOS and Android).

How do I enable crossplay in Dead by Daylight? Crossplay is usually enabled by default. You can check or change this setting by going to the main menu, selecting the cog icon, navigating to the “Online” tab, and ensuring “Cross-Play” is set to “ON.”

Does Dead by Daylight have cross-progression? Yes, Dead by Daylight offers cross-progression, allowing you to carry your progress (characters, Bloodpoints, etc.) across PC, PlayStation, Xbox, and Nintendo Switch by linking your Behaviour account.

Do DLC purchases transfer across platforms with cross-progression? Most DLC and paid currency transfer across platforms. However, DLC and paid currency purchased specifically on the Nintendo Switch will not transfer to other platforms. Purchases made on other platforms do transfer to the Nintendo Switch.

How do I add cross-platform friends in Dead by Daylight? You can add friends from other platforms using their Behaviour account ID through the in-game friend list, accessed by selecting the two-person icon on the main menu.